Assisted Living Worker - Honoria Conway

Reporting to the Site Operations Leader or designate and taking work direction from the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and in alignment with the creation of a vibrant community, the position is responsible for providing personal care to tenants such as delivering medications, grooming and hygiene related duties as established in the individualized Personal Service Plan. Performs light housekeeping, laundry and dietary duties, and provides support and encouragement to tenants. Develops respectful and positive relationships with tenants, which are supportive of their choices. Documents and/or reports concerns or unsafe situations, answers inquiries and participates in meetings.

St. Vincent's: Honoria Conway-Heather is an assisted living home designed for those who are capable of making their own decisions but require assistance with daily living activities. At Honoria Conway, we foster a community spirit where residents are encouraged to personalize their living spaces and actively engage with their neighbors. Our community is built on principles of inclusivity, holistic care, and diverse activities. It's a place where residents can enjoy a balanced life, connect with nature, the broader community, and enjoy a sense of belonging and recognition.

We are seeking candidates that are interested in casual opportunities at Honoria Conway. 

Education
Grade 12, Home Support/Residential Care Attendant Certificate, Certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food Safe and successful completion of a medication management module for community health/residential care aides from an accredited educational institution or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Home management skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.

• A competitive salary: $29.76-31.64/hour, dependent on experience
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day-to-Day

• Provides care to tenants as required such as delivering medications, providing medication reminders and other duties according to the individualized Personal Service Plan, and in alignment with the Assisted Living guidelines, agreements and philosophies.
• Assists tenants with personal care and grooming as required according to the established Personal Care Plan.
• Observes, monitors and reports changes in tenant behaviour, appearance or abilities and completes and maintains related records such as communication and observation logs.
• Performs delegated tasks such as applying non-sterile dressings as requested by LPN.
• Performs light housekeeping duties for tenants such as surface cleaning, dusting, washroom and floor cleaning as outlined in the Personal Service Plan and guidelines for assisted living.
• Launders bedding and towels for tenants according to an established schedule. May assist with tenants' personal laundry as established within the Personal Service Plan.
• Supports and assists tenants at meal times and delivers food trays to tenants who may be unable to eat in common dining area. Helps prepare snacks with and for tenants outside of meal times. Assists in dining area with table preparation and clearing of dishes as needed.
• Communicates with, provides support to, and encourages tenants to participate in social and recreational activities in the facility. May accompany tenants on planned external activities or outings.

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization’s long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.